Dr Challoner's High School
Amersham, Buckinghamshire · HP7 9QB
Dr Challoner's is a well-established state grammar school for girls in Buckinghamshire, serving 1,315 pupils across ages 11–18. Known for its strong academic focus and comprehensive pastoral support, the school emphasises challenge, enrichment and community involvement. The school operates a structured house system and offers extensive co-curricular provision alongside a rigorous curriculum, positioning itself as a selective grammar for academically ambitious girls.
- →Selective entry and strong academic reputation in a state grammar setting
- →Comprehensive pastoral care through established house system
- →Extensive enrichment and co-curricular offer including drama, music, sport, and service
- →Well-developed sixth form with clear university progression pathways
Who thrives here
Academically able girls who thrive in a structured, competitive environment and benefit from strong pastoral support. Pupils interested in breadth of activities alongside rigorous academics perform well here.
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Contact & visit
Cokes Lane, Little Chalfont
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
HP7 9QB
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Dr Challoner's High School cost?
Dr Challoner's High School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Dr Challoner's High School?
Dr Challoner's High School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Dr Challoner's High School's exam results?
At Dr Challoner's High School, 40.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 82.6% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Dr Challoner's High School a boarding school?
Dr Challoner's High School is a day school in Amersham and does not offer boarding.
What is Dr Challoner's High School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Dr Challoner's High School “Outstanding” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and house system fostering community and support
✓Rigorous academics with clear university progression pathways
✓Extensive enrichment and co-curricular opportunities
✓Engaged and supportive staff with genuine investment in pupil wellbeing
✓Structured transition and induction for new joiners
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected, limiting external validation of current provision
!Selective grammar entry system may not suit all learners despite pastoral support
!Limited transparency on exam results and university destinations from public sources